Your car is probably one of your most important possessions, since you depend on it to get you to and from work (among other places). You might not know too much about cars, but want to become better educated on their care and repair. If this applies to you, this article will teach you auto repair basics.

When trying to get an estimate for the cost of your auto repairs, ask the technician how they calculate the cost. There are some shops that charge your a flat rate for parts and labors, but others will try and charge you a fee for each hour they spend fixing your car.

When you are going to get your car repaired at a shop, ask the technician what type of parts they plan to use to get the job done. Many places use refurbished parts, but they would be willing to use new …